AROUND THE COLLEGE

Chess competition

On Monday 25th May, five of our students represented the school at an interschool chess tournament held at Oberon High School. The event brought together around 70 students from Oberon High School, St. Josephs College, and Christian College, creating a competitive and exciting atmosphere.

Our team performed admirably across the seven rounds. Mustafa Siddiqui and Coby Wilson each achieved an impressive 4 wins from 7 games, earning credit certificates for their efforts. Tyson De Feu finished with 3.5 wins, Olly Taylor secured 3 wins, and Jesse Millar achieved 2.5 wins, with all three receiving participation certificates.

The students demonstrated great sportsmanship, focus, and resilience throughout the day, gaining valuable experience against strong opposition. It was a fantastic opportunity to challenge themselves and represent the school with pride.

More opportunities to participate in chess tournaments will be available later in the year. Students interested in getting involved are encouraged to attend Chess Club, held every Tuesday lunchtime in the library.

Division Cross Country Success

Western Heights College students represented the school exceptionally well at the Division Cross Country Championships held at Eastern Gardens this week.

All students competed with determination, resilience and outstanding sportsmanship throughout the day. Staff were extremely proud of the way students supported one another and conducted themselves both on and off the course.

Special congratulations to our Year 7 Boys, Year 8 Girls, and Year 9 Boys teams for winning their respective age-group divisions. Fantastic achievements by all teams involved.

Congratulations to the following students who have qualified for the Western Metro Region Cross Country Championships to be held on Monday, June 15th, at Keilor Park:

12-13 Years

• Aria Lockwood
• Isla Roberts
• Ines Megard
• Isaac French
• Charlie Hayes
• Oliver Nolan
• Oliver Hayes
• Blake Gullock
• Jack Henderson

14 Years

• Evie Witney
• Sienna Firman
• Nelly Swanson
• Zara O'Toole
• Amelia McHenry
• Lucas Baskin
• Spencer Burns
• Ryland Whitmore

15 Years

• Cassidy Heap
• Leila Majtara
• Angus Henderson
• Cruz Hercus
• Mitchell Andrews
• Chance Hanan

17-20 Years

• Ryan Ellis

• James McKinley

   

Special congratulations to our medal winners from the day:

• Isaac French – 1st Place
• Evie Witney – 2nd Place
• Sienna Firman – 3rd Place
• Angus Henderson – 1st Place
• Ryan Ellis – 3rd Place

We wish all qualifying students the very best at the Western Metro Region Championships.

School Photos Update

School photos are available for collection from reception until Wednesday 3rd June. After this time, they will be passed to our Mentor Teachers to handout to students during mentor sessions

Geelong Gallery Reconciliation Week workshop with First Nations artist Deanne Gilson

As part of National Reconciliation Week, eight students accompanied Miss Annabel to the Geelong Gallery to participate in a special workshop led by First Nations artist Deanne Gilson. Students explored storytelling, culture and identity through art, gaining insight into Indigenous perspectives and creative practices. It was a valuable and engaging experience that encouraged reflection, learning and creativity while celebrating the importance of reconciliation and connection to Country.

The artwork created by Ryan, Fatema, Gabby, Ivy, Alecia, Adelle and Tahlia will be put on display in the Yellow building. 

Victory passes

2026 sees the introduction of Victory Passes into our WHC community! Students who display exceptional levels of our College Values; Responsibility, Inclusion & Courage will be granted a Victory Pass! Victory Passes are to be delivered by students to the front Administration office, where they will be entered into a fortnightly draw.

Prizes:

Each Fortnight 2 x passes will be drawn out of each sub-school, with canteen prizes for the winners.

Each Month, the Homegroup with the highest number of passes will receive a special lunch.

Each Term, students with the highest number of passes will be entered into a Major Draw!

This Fortnights winners are:

Year 7 & 8: Jarvis E

Year 9 & 10:  Amelia P

Year 11 & 12: Grace C

Well done and keep up the great work WHC! Keep collecting those VICTORY PASSES! 🏆